Project Geologist / Geotechnical Engineer – PG/PE

Universal Engineering Sciences • Lexington, KY

7d • Onsite

About The Position

UES is seeking an experienced Project Geologist or Geotechnical Engineer to support a specialized project in Portsmouth, Ohio. This position will serve as an on-site technical professional during geotechnical exploration activities, providing field oversight, subsurface characterization, technical logging, and detailed project documentation. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience supporting geotechnical drilling and subsurface investigations, with the technical knowledge to accurately evaluate and document soil and rock conditions encountered in the field. An active Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license is required for this project.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Geological Engineering, Civil Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, or a related field.
• Active Professional Geologist (PG) or Professional Engineer (PE) license required.
• Professional experience in geotechnical engineering, engineering geology, or subsurface investigations.
• Demonstrated field experience supporting drilling and geotechnical exploration programs.
• Experience with soil and/or rock/core logging and classification.
• Working knowledge of subsurface sampling methods and geotechnical investigation practices.
• Ability to recognize and accurately document soil, rock, stratigraphic, and groundwater conditions.
• Experience preparing technical field documentation, including boring logs and investigation records.
• Strong technical judgment, attention to detail, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a field environment while coordinating effectively with a larger project team.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and site conditions.
• Ability and willingness to travel to and work at the Portsmouth, Ohio project site according to the project's required schedule.
• Bachelor’s degree in Geology, Hydrogeology, or Environmental Science; Master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years of progressive experience in environmental site investigation, remediation, or regulatory compliance
• FG certification required; Professional Geologist (PG) license strongly preferred or required based on state
• OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER certification and current refresher
• valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Expertise in environmental regulations, risk-based remediation strategies, and project lifecycle management.
• Advanced proficiency in field instrumentation, data interpretation, geologic modeling, and QA/QC processes
• Proven experience leading technical teams, mentoring junior staff, and managing client relationships
• Strong track record of writing, reviewing, and signing off on regulatory submittals, proposals, and reports.
• Strategic thinking, project scoping, and budgeting experience preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Rock coring and core logging
• Soil classification and logging
• Standard Penetration Testing (SPT)
• Drilling oversight
• Groundwater observations and monitoring
• Geotechnical instrumentation
• Large-scale subsurface investigation programs
• Infrastructure, environmental, industrial, or federal projects
• Field coordination with drilling contractors

Responsibilities

• Serve as an on-site technical representative during geotechnical drilling and subsurface exploration activities.
• Observe drilling operations and provide technical oversight of field investigation activities.
• Perform detailed soil, rock, and core logging and classification in accordance with project requirements and applicable standards.
• Document subsurface stratigraphy, material characteristics, sampling intervals, recovery, drilling conditions, and other relevant field observations.
• Observe and document groundwater conditions encountered during drilling and exploration.
• Monitor sampling activities and coordinate with drilling crews regarding sample collection, boring advancement, core recovery, and investigation depths.
• Prepare and maintain accurate boring logs, field notes, photographs, sampling records, and other technical documentation.
• Identify changes or unexpected subsurface conditions and communicate findings promptly to project engineers, geologists, and project management.
• Review field data and documentation for technical accuracy, completeness, and consistency with project requirements.
• Coordinate effectively with drill crews, contractors, project managers, engineers, geologists, and other project personnel.
• Support additional geotechnical field investigation activities as required.
• Perform work in accordance with UES and project-specific safety, quality, and technical requirements.

Benefits

• UES is a team of more than 4,000 engineers, scientists, geologists, inspectors, technicians, and drillers united by a shared purpose—to make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
• As a national leader in geotechnical engineering, environmental consulting, and materials testing and inspection, we collaborate on transformative projects across transportation, energy, water, healthcare, and more.
• Learn more about the benefits of joining Team UES and our core values at careers.teamues.com.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior